Pancho Barnes (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1988, Pancho Barnes is a drama, adventure and tv movie film directed by Richard T. Heffron, running about 150 minutes. “"I may not be famous or blonde, but I'm one terrific pilot."” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Bored socialite Florence Pancho Barnes decides to learn to fly.
Who’s in it. Pancho Barnes stars Valerie Bertinelli as Pancho Barnes, Ted Wass as Frank Clarke, Sam Robards as Gene McKendry and James Stephens as Rankin Barnes, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Pancho Barnes has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pancho Barnes page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pancho Barnes tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pancho Barnes (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pancho Barnes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pancho Barnes worth watching?
- Pancho Barnes holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pancho Barnes?
- Pancho Barnes stars Valerie Bertinelli, Ted Wass, Sam Robards, James Stephens and Cynthia Harris.